Financial Services Analyst

Description

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to take on the dynamic role as our next Financial Services Analyst. Performs professional level accounting, payroll and/or auditing in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, government auditing standards and regulations, and AOC procedures.

Work is performed independently within defined areas. Work performed is generally routine and work products are subject to review and approval. 

Our Mission:  Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System.

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.

Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

Job #:              2025-24

Status:             Regular, Full-Time 

Location:         Olympia, Washington

Salary:             Range 54: $58,380 - $76,608 per year (DOQ).  

Opens:            Thursday, March 13, 2025

Closes:            Thursday, March 27, 2025. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time.

AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State.  Any exceptions must be approved.  If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager for this recruitment.

This position requires you to be in the office at least three (3) days per week.

Duties

Some of the duties you will perform are:

• Processes accounts payable including but not limited to: contracts, pro-tempore, use tax, reimbursement of funds, encumbrances, and refunds.
• Reviews and verifies critical information including but not limited to: budget code, approval signature, proof of receipt, social security number, payment type, etc. in accordance with established procedures and accounting standards.
• Processes and prepares invoices for batching and entry in to the state AFRS system.
• Prepares and monitors financial reports, researches and verifies financial data, reconcile reports and JV corrections in accordance established procedures and accounting standards.
• Reconciles general ledger accounts and prepares journal vouchers.
• Reviews and verifies accounts receivable; prepares invoices.
• Responds to inquiries from clients regarding status of invoices, payments, etc.
• Assists in the developing recommendations for business improvement measures for the Financial Services section.
• Assists higher level Financial Services staff with financial summary information, analysis of financial reports and development of internal financial procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

OR
 

• Two (2) years of experience in fiscal bookkeeping or fiscal recordkeeping

AND

• 10 Semester or 15 quarter hours of college level accounting.

A combination of relevant education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of the Financial Services Analyst may be considered in the meeting the qualifications.

• Ability to meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules; skill to make best use of available time and resources to accomplish goals/objectives.
• Ability to identify potential tasks, activities, and timelines necessary to achieve a stated purpose; develops clear understanding of required action steps gained through on-the-job experience.
• Ability to adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility in providing excellent customer service; personally owns and acknowledges responsibility for meeting expectations.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing; ability to communicate proficiently in written reports as well as delivering information verbally.
• Ability to multi-task and effectively coordinate multiple projects simultaneously; stays focused on tasks in spite of distractions and interruptions.
• Ability to identify risks and outcomes associated with courses of action.
• Ability to recognize problems and forward suggested solutions to supervisor.
• Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work; to include double checking material, avoiding duplication of effort and attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills and abilities to establish and maintain professional working relationships with co-workers, management and clients.

• Knowledge of basic accounting practices, office technology and terminology.
• Knowledge of the basics of state governmental accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of the basics of automated accounting systems application concepts.
• Knowledge of email and word processing computer applications.

• Prioritization in relationship to workload and timelines; collects input from others regarding timelines and establishing priorities.
• Understands customer expectations and ensures work meets those expectations.

Supplemental Information

For more information about the position, to review the job description, application submission requirements, supplemental questions, inquire about benefits, or to apply for the position CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

• The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
• Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
• This position may be overtime eligible.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law.  Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 705-5337, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to [email protected]. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

SPECIAL NOTE:  Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.